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Which of the following is a function of muscle tissue?
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4. Tissues & Histology
Introduction to Muscle Tissue
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Which type of muscle tissue is involuntary, non-striated, and assists with peristalsis?
A
Cardiac muscle
B
Connective tissue
C
Smooth muscle
D
Skeletal muscle
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Understand the characteristics of the muscle tissues listed in the problem: Cardiac muscle, Smooth muscle, Skeletal muscle, and Connective tissue.
Recall that involuntary muscles are those that function without conscious control, such as those involved in processes like digestion or heartbeat.
Identify that non-striated muscle tissue lacks the striped appearance seen in striated muscle types (e.g., skeletal and cardiac muscle).
Learn that peristalsis is the wave-like contraction of muscles that moves substances through tubular structures, such as the digestive tract, and is primarily facilitated by smooth muscle tissue.
Conclude that smooth muscle is the correct answer because it is involuntary, non-striated, and responsible for assisting with peristalsis.
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